Equity Profile

BKH

Black Hills Corporation

UtilitiesMulti-Utilities$5.5B

May6Wed

Post-Earnings Recap

ReportedQ1-2026After Close4:15 PM EDT

Black Hills Corporation Misses on EPS, Stock Up 0.11%

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.79	$1.84	-4.79%
Revenue	—	$904M	—

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Black Hills Corporation Misses on EPS, Stock Up 0.11%

Key Numbers

Metric	Actual	Expected	Surprise
EPS	$1.79	$1.84	-4.79%
Revenue	—	$904M	—

Management Commentary

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What It Means

Black Hills Corporation reported earnings that fell short of expectations on EPS, which may raise concerns among investors. Despite the EPS miss, the stock saw a slight increase of 0.11%, indicating that investors may have had lower expectations or found other aspects of the report reassuring. The lack of revenue data and management commentary leaves some uncertainty about the company's performance outlook.

Company Snapshot

Black Hills Corporation (BKH) operates in the utilities sector, providing essential services such as electricity and natural gas. As a multi-utility company, it plays a crucial role in energy distribution, which is vital for both residential and commercial customers, especially as the demand for reliable energy sources continues to grow.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share (EPS) is a key indicator of profitability and will help assess the company's financial health this quarter.

$1.84

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and overall growth, which is critical for assessing operational efficiency.

$904M

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Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

-3.75%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.71%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Black Hills Corporation reported an EPS of $1.41, slightly beating estimates. The stock experienced a minor decline of 0.41% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Black Hills to report a solid quarter with an EPS of $1.84 and revenue of $904 million. The market is looking for signs of consistent growth amid rising energy demands.

Bull Case

If Black Hills exceeds EPS expectations, it could signal strong operational efficiency and demand for its services, potentially boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet EPS estimates, it may raise concerns about its ability to manage costs and maintain profitability in a competitive market.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$1.84

Earnings per share (EPS) is a key indicator of profitability and will help assess the company's financial health this quarter.

Revenue

$904M

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and overall growth, which is critical for assessing operational efficiency.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Black Hills achieve an EPS of $1.84 or higher?

This specific EPS target is crucial as it reflects the company's ability to manage costs and generate profits in a challenging economic environment.

What insights can management provide on revenue growth trends?

Understanding revenue growth will help investors gauge the company's market position and demand for its services, impacting future performance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Black Hills' ability to manage costs effectively, especially in a rising energy market, leading to stronger-than-expected EPS.

Supporting Evidence

The company's historical performance shows a consistent ability to meet or exceed EPS estimates.

Options pricing suggests a higher expected move, indicating that traders anticipate significant news that could positively impact results.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS below $1.82, it could challenge the current bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it will set the tone for the company's growth trajectory amid rising energy demands.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.84 or better would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.82 would raise concerns about profitability and cost management.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±3.24%

Historical Avg

±0.8%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a move of about 3.24%, suggesting that traders expect some volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±2.3% while BKH has averaged ±0.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

26.0%

Calls (6K)P/C Ratio: 0.15Puts (3K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Black Hills beats expectations, history suggests the stock could see a modest decline of around 0.10% the next day, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting uncertainty in future growth.

Miss

A miss could lead to a more significant decline, with historical data indicating an average drop of around 1.52% following such outcomes.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on cost management strategies in the current economic environment.
2Updates on customer demand trends for energy services.
3Insights into regulatory changes affecting the utilities sector.
4Details on any new projects or expansions that could drive future revenue.
5Management's outlook on the competitive landscape in the utilities market.

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Company Snapshot

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

Earnings per share (EPS) is a key indicator of profitability and will help assess the company's financial health this quarter.

$1.84

Revenue

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and overall growth, which is critical for assessing operational efficiency.

$904M

Wall Street expectations, options signals, track record, and call prep available with Pro.

Original Pre-Earnings Preview

Context

Company Snapshot

Earnings Scorecard·Last 8Q

EPS Beat Streak

EPS Beat Rate

13%

Avg EPS Surprise

-3.75%

Avg Stock Reaction

+0.71%

Last Quarter Recap

In Q4-2025, Black Hills Corporation reported an EPS of $1.41, slightly beating estimates. The stock experienced a minor decline of 0.41% the following day.

Management Promises & Guidance

Expectations

Wall Street Expectations

Analysts expect Black Hills to report a solid quarter with an EPS of $1.84 and revenue of $904 million. The market is looking for signs of consistent growth amid rising energy demands.

Bull Case

If Black Hills exceeds EPS expectations, it could signal strong operational efficiency and demand for its services, potentially boosting investor confidence.

Bear Case

Conversely, if the company fails to meet EPS estimates, it may raise concerns about its ability to manage costs and maintain profitability in a competitive market.

Key Metrics to Watch

EPS

$1.84

Earnings per share (EPS) is a key indicator of profitability and will help assess the company's financial health this quarter.

Revenue

$904M

Revenue figures provide insight into the company's sales performance and overall growth, which is critical for assessing operational efficiency.

Expectations

Two Questions That Matter

The print will turn on these two things.

Will Black Hills achieve an EPS of $1.84 or higher?

This specific EPS target is crucial as it reflects the company's ability to manage costs and generate profits in a challenging economic environment.

What insights can management provide on revenue growth trends?

Understanding revenue growth will help investors gauge the company's market position and demand for its services, impacting future performance.

Edge

What the Street Is Missing

Why consensus could be wrong

The consensus may underestimate Black Hills' ability to manage costs effectively, especially in a rising energy market, leading to stronger-than-expected EPS.

Supporting Evidence

The company's historical performance shows a consistent ability to meet or exceed EPS estimates.

Options pricing suggests a higher expected move, indicating that traders anticipate significant news that could positively impact results.

Key Risk

If the company reports an EPS below $1.82, it could challenge the current bullish sentiment.

Edge

Thesis-Break Levels

Pre-commit to what would confirm each case.

This quarter's performance is critical as it will set the tone for the company's growth trajectory amid rising energy demands.

Bull Confirmed If

An EPS of $1.84 or better would confirm strong operational performance.

Bear Confirmed If

An EPS below $1.82 would raise concerns about profitability and cost management.

Pre-Earnings Positioning

Options Market

Implied Move

±3.24%

Historical Avg

±0.8%

Pricing rich

The options market is pricing in a move of about 3.24%, suggesting that traders expect some volatility around the earnings announcement.

Options are pricing ±2.3% while BKH has averaged ±0.8% over the last 8 prints — setup is pricing rich.

Detail

ATM IV

0.3%

30d HV

26.0%

Calls (6K)P/C Ratio: 0.15Puts (3K)

Preparation

Post-Print Playbook

Likely market behavior by outcome — not investment advice.

Beat & Raise

If Black Hills beats expectations, history suggests the stock could see a modest decline of around 0.10% the next day, confirming strong operational performance.

In-Line / Cautious

If results are in line with expectations, the stock may react cautiously, reflecting uncertainty in future growth.

Miss

A miss could lead to a more significant decline, with historical data indicating an average drop of around 1.52% following such outcomes.

Earnings Track Record

Preparation

What to Listen For

Call Prep

1Any commentary on cost management strategies in the current economic environment.
2Updates on customer demand trends for energy services.
3Insights into regulatory changes affecting the utilities sector.
4Details on any new projects or expansions that could drive future revenue.
5Management's outlook on the competitive landscape in the utilities market.